Error
Error Code:
5345
SAP S/4HANA Error 5345: Failed LxP Resource Init
Description
This error indicates that SAP S/4HANA encountered an issue during the initialization of a required LxP (Learning Experience Platform or similar external) resource. It typically occurs when the system attempts to load or connect to a specific component or service necessary for certain functionalities, such as user training, language support, or integrated help.
Error Message
ERR_TEXT_LA_LXP_RES_INIT_3
Known Causes
4 known causesNetwork Connectivity Problems
The SAP S/4HANA system or the client device could not establish a stable connection to the LxP resource server.
LxP Resource Service Offline
The external or integrated LxP resource service itself might be temporarily down or experiencing technical difficulties.
Incorrect LxP Configuration
The settings within SAP S/4HANA for connecting to or utilizing the LxP resource are misconfigured or outdated.
Insufficient User Permissions
The current user or system process lacks the necessary authorization to access or initialize the LxP resource.
Solutions
4 solutions available1. Restart SAP Application Servers easy
A simple restart of the SAP application servers can resolve transient issues with LxP resource initialization.
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Log in to your SAP S/4HANA system as a user with administrator privileges (e.g., SAP_ALL).
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Navigate to transaction `SM51` to view the active application servers.
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Select all application servers and choose 'Restart' from the menu or the toolbar.
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Monitor the restart process. Once all servers are back online, try to perform the operation that triggered the error.
2. Check and Adjust Memory Parameters medium
Insufficient or incorrectly configured memory parameters can lead to LxP resource initialization failures.
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Log in to your SAP S/4HANA system and navigate to transaction `RZ10` (Parameter Maintenance).
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Select the appropriate profile (e.g., the default instance profile) and choose 'Display/Change'.
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Search for parameters related to shared memory, buffer sizes, and process management. Key parameters to consider include:
ztta/roll_area
ztta/shm_area
rsdb/max_blocking_factor
vm/fill_level4
Compare the current values with SAP recommendations for your S/4HANA version and system size. Consult SAP Notes for specific guidance.
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If necessary, adjust these parameters. **Caution:** Incorrectly modifying memory parameters can severely impact system performance and stability. Always test changes in a non-production environment first and consult SAP Basis experts.
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Save the changes and restart the SAP application servers (using `SM51` as described in Solution 1) for the new parameters to take effect.
3. Verify Database Connectivity and Resources medium
Issues with the underlying database connection or resource availability can manifest as LxP initialization errors.
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Log in to your SAP S/4HANA system and navigate to transaction `SM50` (Work Process Overview) or `SM66` (Global Work Process Overview). Look for any work processes in a 'Wait' or 'Error' state, especially those related to database operations.
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Check the SAP system log (`SM21`) for any database-related error messages that occurred around the time of the LxP error.
3
Access the database directly (e.g., using SQL*Plus for Oracle, db2 for DB2, or SQL Server Management Studio for SQL Server) and check for:
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Database instance health and status.
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Available disk space on the database server.
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Database listener status and connectivity from the SAP application server.
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If using Oracle, check the `alert.log` for relevant errors. For other databases, check their respective error logs.
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Ensure that the database is not under heavy load or experiencing resource contention (e.g., high CPU, I/O, or memory usage). Consult your database administrator if necessary.
4. Review and Apply Relevant SAP Notes advanced
Specific SAP Notes often address known issues with LxP resource initialization, providing patches or configuration guidance.
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Log in to the SAP Support Portal (launchpad.support.sap.com).
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Navigate to the 'SAP Notes' section.
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Search for keywords related to the error, such as '5345', 'LxP Resource Init', 'ERR_TEXT_LA_LXP_RES_INIT_3', and your specific SAP S/4HANA version.
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Carefully read the description and resolution of any matching SAP Notes. Pay close attention to prerequisites, implementation steps, and potential impact.
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If a relevant SAP Note is found, follow the instructions precisely. This might involve applying a correction or making specific configuration changes.
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If the SAP Note requires a patch or correction, use transaction `SNOTE` in your SAP system to download and implement it. **Always test patches in a non-production environment first.**
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After applying any corrections, restart the SAP application servers as per Solution 1.